Title: How to Use Yoga: A Step-by-Step Guide to the Iyengar Method of Yoga for Relaxation, Health and Well-Being Shown in 450 Photographs
Publisher: Southwater
Publication Date: 2010
Language: English
ISBN 10: 1844769135
ISBN 13: 9781844769131
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Good

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HOW TO USE YOGA

A Step-by-Step Guide to the Iyengar Method of Yoga for Relaxation, Health and Well-Being Shown in 450 Photographs

How to Use Yoga demystifies the art of yoga, making it accessible to everyone who would like to start to practice at home, safely and effectively.

The first part, Towards Physical Well-Being, presents a selection of 41 postures and variants, which can be attempted by beginners of all ages. This section continues with Towards Mental Peace,which introduces simple techniques for breath awareness and control.

The second part of the book, A Ten-Week Course, presents a unique course for beginners of postures and preparatory breath control techniques, with a photographic catalogue for each week.

The book also includes a section on postures helpful for common problems, such as headaches, stiffness, pain in the shoulders and backache.

• A practical yoga course, with step-by-step photographic guidance, written by one of the leading exponents of the Iyengar method of yoga

• Practice yoga safely with postures specially chosen for beginners, that work on all the body systems

• Over 450 colour photographs complement an authorative text to form a remarkable course for home learning or classwork

• A unique stretch-and-relax programme, designed for home practice, with carefully planned postures in stretching, relaxation and breath control

• Calm your mind, increase your concentration and relieve stress – learn how to tone the muscles, acquire suppleness, stimulate the circulation and improve overall health

• Achieve health and fulfilment through the timeless practical philosophy of the Iyengar method of yoga

About the Author

Mira Mehta, MA MPhil, has studied yoga under BKS Iyengar since childhood and holds an advanced teaching qualification in the Iyengar Method. She has her own yoga school in London, The Yogic Path, and is co-author of Yoga: The Iyengar Way. Mira's website is www.yogicpath.com.

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